The last remaining “garden” of its kind by late builder, Charles White, Newport’s Undersea Gardens is the last of his four aquatic attractions. While White was best known for his marine endeavors, he also invented a portable barbecue grill, as well as published television program listings long before there was a TV Guide. Built especially …
Attractions
National Monument to the Forefathers – Pilgrim Monument – Plymouth, Massachusetts
In an effort to raise awareness of the Pilgrims, those residing in the New England states in the 1800s decided to create something majestic. The Pilgrim Monument (as it was originally called) is now known as the National Monument to the Forefathers. It greatly succeeded, and at more than 80 feet tall, it is the …
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Dighton Rock Museum – Berkley, Massachusetts
Of course, this is not the rock of notoriety in these parts, but Dighton Rock is famous for its own reasons; still, it goes nearly unnoticed. For the majority of its life, Dighton Rock has passed its time resting in Taunton River. Giving this rock its claim to fame is one side, in its entirety, …
The Mapparium – Boston, Massachusetts
Back before there was anything four-dimensional in this world, The Mapparium existed. Imagine a large, hollow glass ball, encased inside a building with lights illuminating all sides, with a fancy glass footbridge traversing through its middle. The glass of the ball – stained glass – a map of the world. The Mapparium was an amazing …
Salina Turda Salt Mine & Amusement Park – Turda, Romania
Turda, Romania is the home of one of the world’s oldest salt mines. More than 2000 years of history lie within the depths of one of the world’s most incredible natural attractions. Today, nestled inside of the salt mine is a different kind of attraction. Ready to take the plunge? About 400 feet or so? …
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Cathedral of Créteil Extension – Créteil, France
You might think of the Eiffel Tower, romantic interludes, and Parisian cafés when you consider a visit to the famed City of Lights; however, about an hour from the capital city is Créteil in the Val-de-Marne region, another must see. Tourists enjoy shopping at Créteil Soleil, visiting the Parish of St. Christopher, and dining at …